Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Did you know that there are Christian tombs dating back to the 3rd and the 4th century under St. Sophia church? Prepare for a loaded experience as we explore the remains of an early Christian necropolis and stroll through a labyrinth of sarcophagi!
Feel like the protagonist of a mystery novel as we tour the underground and explore the tomb pits, stone tombs, stone sarcophagi, the typical late antiquity masonry tombs with semi-cylindrical vaults, as well as the separate Honorius Tomb, I will tell you many thrilling stories from the history of the ancient church of St. Sophia throughout the centuries.
Come rain or shine, this is a great experience for all the brave explorers at any time of the year!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Discover the secrets of the amazing necropolis under St. Sophia’s church!
Options
60 min - English Tour
Duration: 1 hour Small group experience
60 min - Private Tour
Duration: 1 hour Exclusively for you
What‘s Included
A Local that wants to show you his city!
Entrance ticket to “St.Sophia” Basilica Archeological Level
Personal expenses during the Experience
Food, drinks or snacks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Catacombs Sofia
Rachel B,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I really enjoyed this trip one on one - my guide was very knowledgable and took the time to explain everything to me. Excellent guide - excellent tour highly recommend it.
Catacomb Tour in Sofia
Jeanette S,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00One hour tour which was 30 minutes not the stated one hour. Can be done by yourself given the information available to read. Very expensive for 30 minutes and the guide was late.
The guide was nice and...
Rubin D,Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The guide was nice and tried to explain but the tour it self was quiet expensive for sth that more than 75% was in public areas and free to be visited. The archeological site didn't have almost any information on it. Not the best experience
If you love history, this is the tour for you!
BeJoyfulLiving,Jul 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative on the history of the catacombs and city of Sofia in the past. Our guide, Nayden has a vast knowledge and explained very well in English.
It’s a must if you love History
Be J,Jul 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Nayden, our guide is knowledgeable and making the tour quite fun eventhough we visited the catacombs. We finished the tour by understanding more about the ancient and modern history of Sofia and Bulgaria.
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